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Antique 1920s American Sterling Silver Plate
By S. Kirk
Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
:
Maker's mark: S Kirk & Son Inc
Silver quality/purity mark: Sterling (.925, 925/1000)
This variation of the
Category
1920s American Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique German Sterling Silver Card and Menu Holders
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
: .925 (sterling standard)
Import date mark: E (1905)
Condition
These antique silver menu holders
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Edwardian Dutch Sterling Silver Bachelor Teapot
By Edwin Thompson Bryant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Bryant)
Silver quality/purity mark: 930*, Lion passant (sterling, 925/1000)
Import date mark: f (1901
Category
Early 1900s Dutch Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
1900s German Sterling Silver Cream Jug / Creamer
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
: TH (Theodor Hartmann*)
Silver quality/purity mark: Lion passant (.925 sterling, 925/1000)
Assay
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver England Sugar bowls Box 925 chester William Neale
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Sterling Silver England Sugar bowls Box 925 Chester William Neale
Weight: 155 grams
Category
19th Century English Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
TIFFANY
CO. 1901 Charles T. Cook Four-Legged Nut Dish In .925 Sterling Silver
By Charles Cooke, Tiffany
Co.
Located in Miami, FL
solid sterling silver .925/.999 under the directory period of Charles T. Cook (1902-1907). This lovely
Category
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
$1,820 Sale Price
20% Off
1737 Danish Floral Bowl solid Silver / 135 gr
Located in SE
made in Copenhagen of solid 925 Silver. Worn maker's hallmarks. No Gold wash.
Hand - engraved with
Category
1730s Danish Baroque Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Spirit Measure in the form of a Staved Bucket Marked Sterling 925
Located in Nantucket, MA
Nicely detailed early twentieth century sterling silver pail form spirit measure / jigger modeled
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Tiffany
Co. Gilt Sterling Silver Knife Rest
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage knife rest.
By Tiffany & Co.
In gilt sterling silver.
Manufactured by Blackinton
Category
Early 20th Century American Retro Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
Antique American Sterling Silver Bowl Gorham Manufacturing Company
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique American sterling silver bowl made by Gorham
Category
1880s American Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
1919 R.K Bowl solid Coin Silver / 148gr
Located in SE
monogrammed R. K or K. R
Norwegian hallmarks confirming Silver 830- 925 alloy,marks of a maker / not known
Category
Early 20th Century Norwegian Renaissance Revival Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Danish Sterling Silver Bon Bon Dish
By Georg Jensen
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
: Denmark
Silver quality/purity mark: Sterling (925/1000)
Registration number: 42B
Condition
This
Category
1920s Danish Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Owl Salt
Pepper Shakers Model No. 36A
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of figural silver salt & pepper shakers.
By Georg Jensen.
In sterling silver.
Model
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Napier Art Deco Sterling Silver and Enamel Flask
By Napier Co.
Located in Northampton, GB
silver and 7.5% other metals, usually copper or zinc. Sterling Silver objects are stamped with the 925
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Richard Sawyer 1801 Dublin Coffee-Tea Pot In 925 Sterling Silver With Brown Wood
By Richard Sawyer
Located in Miami, FL
: 1801-1802
Materials: Sterling silver .925/.999 and carved wood
Weight: 553.80 Grams, (355.1 Dwt
Category
Early 1800s Northern Irish Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
$3,880 Sale Price
20% Off
English Sterling Silver
Cut Crystal Pinch Neck Decanter, London, 1906
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
& Co.
Lion passant—Sterling silver (.925 purity)
Leopard’s head—London Assay Office
Date letter 'g
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Gilt Olive Straining Spoon by Gorham Manufacturing Company
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique American cast sterling silver gilt olive straining
Category
1880s American Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Bottle Coaster
By Mappin
Webb
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling 925 standard solid silver
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
Pair of Sheffield Sterling 925 Wine Bottle Holders
By Sheffield
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique English sterling silver 925 wine cradle holder or caddy / Made in Sheffield in 1922
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Boin Taburet - Antique French 950 Sterling Silver Table Centerpiece + Wrap !
By Boin-Taburet
Located in Wilmington, DE
purity than the standard 925 sterling silver. This choice of material not only enhances the beauty and
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
John Wendt Ball Black
Co Sterling Silver Arabesque Gravy Ladle with Monogram
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver gravy ladle by John Wendt in the Arabesque pattern.
Monogram appears to be M
Category
19th Century Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Tea Set No. 80A
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
/ Sterling / Denmark / another maker's mark.
Fineness:
Marked 925 for sterling silver fineness
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
John Wendt for Ball Black
Co Sterling Silver Arabesque Mustard Ladle with Mono
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver mustard or condiment ladle by John Wendt in the Arabesque pattern.
Monogram
Category
19th Century Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
1921 Art Deco Bowl solid 830 Silver Cut Crystal Glass / 767 gr
Located in SE
serve fruits .
Swedish hallmarks confirming solid Silver 830 - 925 alloy, maker's marks ,city of
Category
1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau American Sterling Silver Tyg Champagne Cup / Cooler
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique American sterling silver tyg presentation / champagne
Category
1890s American Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Owl Salt
Pepper Shakers Model No. 36A
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of figural silver salt & pepper shakers.
By Georg Jensen.
In sterling silver.
Model
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Modern Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare Set of 9 Tiffany
Co. Sterling Silver Vine Pattern Butter Pats
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
:
Each marked to the underside for Tiffany & Co / 7729 / Maker's / 2447 / Sterling Silver / 925\1000 / C
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Modern Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Tiffany
Co. Sterling Silver Child
s Mug with a Squirrel
Bird
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
:
Tiffany & Co. Makers /20960 A 6797/ Sterling Silver 925 to 1000 and with M for the directorship of John
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Schofield Castle Pattern Repousse Baltimore Sterling Silver Tea Pot
By The Stieff Co. 1, Kirk
Son, The Schofield Company, Tiffany
Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
light wear consistent with age.
Maker:
Schofield
Fineness:
Marked 925 for sterling silver fineness
Category
Late 19th Century American American Empire Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Owl Salt
Pepper Shakers Model No. 36
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of antique salt and pepper shakers.
By Georg Jensen.
In sterling silver.
Model. no
Category
1920s Danish Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
STUNNING ANTIQUE CIRA 1900 STERLING SILVER CHiNESE EXPORT DRAGON COCKTAIL SHAKER
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
(not 925) stamp to the base, 935 is naturally a slightly higher grade of silver that sterling
The
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large Sterling Silver Tray by Bailey, Banks and Biddle, 1908
By Bailey, Banks
Biddle
Located in Roma, IT
Sterling 925 silver tray realized in 1908 by Bailey, Banks and Biddle, wih a pierced floral edge
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
Antique Ford
Tupper Gilded Age Sterling Silver Barrel Form Ice Bucket / Cooler
By Tiffany
Co., Ford
Tupper
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with age.
Maker:
Ford & Tupper
Marks:
Ford & Tupper
Fineness:
Marked 925 & sterling for silver
Category
Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 12 David Andersen Gilt Sterling Silver
Blue Enamel Demitasse Spoons
By David Andersen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
.
In gilt sterling silver with ornate cobalt blue and white enamel decoration.
Decorated in the
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Russian Empire Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
AMERICAN 1920 Art Deco Skyscraper Liquor Flask In Cut Glass
925 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
sterling silver of .925/.999 with polished finish. It is fitted on top, with a screwed two-ounces cup and a
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
$1,118 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Set of 8 S. Kirk
Son Repousse Sterling Silver
Cut Glass Coasters
By S. Kirk
Sons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 8 antique American glass and silver coasters.
By Samuel Kirk & Son.
In sterling
Category
Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
J.E. CALDWELL 1910 Small Liquor Flask In Clear Glass, .925 Sterling And Leather
By J.E. Caldwell
Co., Gorham
Located in Miami, FL
flask is a very rare size, and has been crafted with parts made up in solid sterling silver of .925/.999
Category
1910s American Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,320 Sale Price
20% Off
A Fine Set of Eight Art Deco Sterling Silver
Enamel Cocktail Picks, Circa 1920
By Magnus Aase
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very charming & festive set of 8 Norwegian sterling silver & gilt washed Art Deco cocktail picks
Category
Early 20th Century Norwegian Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Classic Sterling Silver Coffee Centerpiece 925er Germany 3 pieces handmade
Located in Berlin, DE
Classic Silver Coffee Centerpiece
925 sterling Silver Germany
stand on 4 feet
handmade
Half
Category
19th Century German Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
Antique Art Deco Red Enamel
Gilt Sterling Silver Tea Strainer by N.M. Thune
By N.M. Thune
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, Norway).
In gilt sterling silver with red guilloche enamel decoration to the bowl and handle.
Fully
Category
Early 20th Century Norwegian Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
New York Tiffany Late 19th Century Victorian Pair of Sterling Silver Bowls
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Brescia, IT
Tiffany pair of Victorian sterling silver bowls, late 19th century, New York
This pair of elegant
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
Antique 1903 Sterling Silver Collar Pinch Decanter for Whiskey Rum Brandy Scotch
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
with the sideways facing Lion for 925 Sterling Silver, the Ships Anchor for Birmingham made, the letter
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
Cabaret Centerpiece for Aperitif Tea or Wine in Gilt Cut Glass Sterling Silver
By Daum
Located in Argenteuil, IDF
mounts of the pitchers and the biscuit tin in vermeil hallmarked Minerve(925/1000e) and hallmark G&B of
Category
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver, Bronze
$35,055 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Silver Centerpiece, England 1912
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Silver Centerpiece, England, 1912.
So-called "épergne", in sterling silver, marked "925
Category
1910s English Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large Silver Candlestick 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Berlin, DE
Large candlestick 925 sterling silver.
Multi-profiled candlestick made of 925 sterling silver
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,009 Sale Price
46% Off
Early 20th Century Five-Piece Louis XV Style Sterling Silver Tea and Coffee Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine early 20th century five-piece Louis XV style sterling silver tea and coffee service set
Category
Early 20th Century Argentine Louis XV Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
$6,895 Sale Price / set
44% Off
Tiffany
Co. Silver Serving Dish
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
"TIFFANY & CO./4462/ENGLISH STERLING/925-1000/440 BROADWAY/M"
Circa 1858
6 1/2" high x 13" wide x 10 1/4
Category
19th Century American Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Novelty Silver Mounted Lyre Decanter Hukin
Heath
By Heath
Middleton
Located in Northampton, GB
With Sterling Silver Mounts
From our Decanter collection, we are delighted to offer this very
Category
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Oversized English Wrythen Glass and Silver Flask
By Thomas Johnson II
Located in Newark, England
Sterling Silver Mounted
From our Glassware collection, we are delighted to introduce to the market
Category
Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century Victorian Aesthetic Movement Solid Silver Wine Jug, c.1879
By George John Richards
Edward Charles Brown
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
, C.Ryan, Manager. Hallmarked English silver (925 standard), London, year 1879 (D), Maker ECB (Richards
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Georgian Silver Basket by Edward Farrell, London, circa 1822
By Edward Farrell
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
caryatids.
Hallmarked English silver (925 standard), London, year 1822 (g), Maker's mark E.F (Edward
Category
19th Century English Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Britannia Standard Silver Lemon Strainer
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
higher standard of silver from sterling silver standard of 925 (92.5% of fine silver).
Patination or
Category
1710s English George I Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Britannia Standard Silver
19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Hunting Jug, Elkington
Co, circa 1897
By Elkington
Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
on a tapering base and formed as a Duke’s coronet. Hallmarked English silver (925 standard
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georgian Britannia Standard Silver Pepper Shaker
By William Fleming
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
from sterling silver standard of 925 (92.5% of fine silver).
Condition
This antique pepper is an
Category
1710s British George I Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Britannia Standard Silver
1874 Set of four Paste Knives solid 830 Gilt Silver / 177gr
Located in SE
acanthus leaves on the handles.
Swedish hallmarks confirming solid Silver 830 - 925 alloy, maker's
Category
1870s Swedish Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver, Gold-filled
Antique Britannia Standard Silver Porringer
By John Cory
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
higher standard of silver from sterling silver standard of 925 (92.5% of Fine silver).
Condition
This
Category
1690s British Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Britannia Standard Silver
Antique Britannia Standard Silver Trefid Rat Tail Pattern Spoon
By John Cory
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
III in 1697. This was to indicate the slightly higher standard of silver from sterling silver standard
Category
Early 1700s English Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Britannia Standard Silver
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Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925 For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique sterling silver sterling silver 925 for your home. Each antique sterling silver sterling silver 925 for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. Your living room may not be complete without an antique sterling silver sterling silver 925 — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique sterling silver sterling silver 925, those designed in Victorian, Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique sterling silver sterling silver 925 over the years, but those crafted by Gorham Manufacturing Company, Tiffany
Co. and Bruckmann
Söhne are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925?
Prices for an antique sterling silver sterling silver 925 can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $80 and can go as high as $25,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,598.
Questions About Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Although you can shower with 925 sterling silver jewelry on, it is better to remove it prior to bathing. Exposure to water is unlikely to damage the metal, especially if you dry it off promptly after you shower. However, chemicals found in soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other personal care products could react with the precious metal and cause tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024No, not all sterling silver is marked 925. Although all sterling silver usually features hallmarks, these markings do vary. You may sometimes see STERLING or STER used in place of 925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects from some of the world's top sellers.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024Many jewelry lovers believe that 925 sterling silver is worth buying. Not only is the cool color of sterling silver visually appealing, but the metal is also fairly resistant to scratching. Compared to fine silver, sterling is also less likely to tarnish. The benefits of sterling silver have led many well-known jewelry makers to craft pieces out of the material. Among them are Tiffany Co., David Yurman, Alex Jona and J Dauphin. However, whether or not it's worth investing in sterling silver jewelry is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find sterling silver jewelry and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not 925 sterling silver is good quality is largely a matter of personal opinion. Sterling with this mark is 92.5 percent silver and 7.5 percent copper or another metal. The addition of the alloy metal helps prevent tarnishing. Shop a variety of sterling silver jewelry, decorative objects and serveware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024Opinions differ as to why sterling silver is called sterling. Some scholars believe that the name comes from the term Easterlings, referring to coin makers who relocated from Germany to England in the 12th century. Others say that sterling is a derivation of Starling, the name of the one-penny silver coin in circulation in 1300 when King Edward I issued a decree that all silver articles were to be at least 92.5% pure silver. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
- Is Thai silver sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most thai silver has more pure silver in it than standard sterling silver. Most sterling silver is 92.5% silver with another alloy, typically copper, making up the rest of the metal. Thai silver often falls in the range of 97.5-99% pure silver, so a significantly higher percentage of it is pure silver, making it softer and less likely to tarnish. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary silver jewelry from top sellers around the world.
- Why is sterling silver so cheap?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Sterling silver is so cheap because of two main factors. First, it contains just 92.5% pure silver, so the cost of raw materials to produce it is lower than that of other types of silver. Second, the supply of silver is generally greater than that of other precious metals like gold and platinum, leading to lower prices. Explore a collection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is sterling silver made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Sterling silver is made of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. Depending on the composition, the alloy may be nickel, copper, brass or other metals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
- What is bad for sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The worst substances for sterling silver are chlorine, chlorine bleach, and ammonia, all of which will cause tarnish and accelerate corrosion. You should also avoid household cleaners, rubber, and perspiration. Rinse your sterling silver pieces thoroughly after coming into contact with those substances. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of sterling silver pieces from top sellers worldwide.
- What is a sterling silver Vesta?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Vesta is a type of small case used to carry matches for smoking, while sterling silver is a precious metal made by combining pure silver with an alloy. Therefore, a sterling silver Vesta is one fabricated out of this kind of metal. Find a collection of Vesta containers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024To identify sterling silver, look for hallmarks in an inconspicuous area, such as the underside of flatware handles, the bottoms of serveware and the interior or clasp areas of jewelry. Pieces made of sterling silver often feature "925" or ".925" markings. Alternatively, they may feature "Sterling" or "STER" stamps. For assistance determining what type of metal a particular piece is, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser. Shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, flatware, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024Sterling silver is real silver, not fake. However, it is not solid silver. A piece of sterling silver usually contains 92.5% pure silver, and the remainder of its content comes from base metals. Sterling silver is a popular material for jewelry because it is durable and resists tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between silver and sterling silver is its composition. Silver is a general term used to describe metal that is rich in or made completely of the element silver. Sterling silver is a specific alloy with 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals like nickel or brass. Fine silver is the term for 99.9% pure silver. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of silver jewelry, watches, tableware and decorative accents.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sterling silver spoon is mostly fine silver, but not quite solid silver. Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. You can shop a collection of authentic sterling silver items from some of the worlds top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The most expensive sterling silver flatware is said to be Grand Baroque by Wallace. Sterling silver is a combination of pure silver and copper in a 92.5% and 7.5% ratio. Sterling silver is more valuable because of the silver content. In addition, the age, design, and attractiveness of the silverware may mean its value far exceeds the silver value. Sterling silver flatware with ivory handles is always the most valuable. Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling silver flatware from different creators on 1stDibs today.
- Is Reed and Barton sterling silver?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Yes, Reed Barton pieces are made of sterling silver. The American brand was founded in 1824 and is highly regarded as one of the highest quality silver manufacturers in the world. The brand also makes more affordable silver-plated items too.1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Yes, Reed and Barton sells sterling silver. Reed and Barton is a prominent American silver manufacturer located in Massachusetts that is known for its sterling silver and silverplate. To determine if a Reed and Barton piece is sterling silver, look for the word “sterling” or the number “.925”. Shop Reed and Barton on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, sterling silver is okay for earrings. In fact, many people love earrings crafted out of the precious metal. Sterling silver has an appealing cool color and noticeable shine. Plus, the metal is durable, so it can resist scratching when worn frequently. Keep in mind that sterling silver earrings will need regular cleaning and polishing to fight tarnishing. Explore a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.
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